Senior Payroll Processer

Profile: We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. The successful candidate will possess a positive, can-do attitude and is customer-focused. This role requires the type of person who speaks their mind in a professional manner, who listens to understand, and who steps beyond to add value wherever they can. The ideal candidate is driven to get things done and who welcome challenges that demand innovative solutions. Above all, this role requires one who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit Payroll Calculations: Review and audit payroll calculations to ensure accuracy, including time and attendance, garnishments, tax withholdings, 401(k) contributions, and employee healthcare contribution withholdings.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
• Data Entry: Enter and update payroll data in the payroll system accurately and timely.
• Reporting: Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages and other reports as required by legal or company mandate.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Employee Support: Provide support to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues, ensuring clear and responsive communication.
• Coordination with Departments: Collaborate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and accurate data.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of payroll transactions and documentation. Ensure confidentiality and security of employee information.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of payroll best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associates Degree or equivalent in applicable payroll processing experience
• Experience:  Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in payroll administration or a similar role for a multi-state organization. Experience in taxation required.
• Knowledge and Skills:
  • Proficient in end-to-end payroll processing including pre-commit audits and validations.
  • Basic understanding of local, state and federal tax regulations, and how to quickly access the most current information on same.  
  • Possesses an understanding of shift differentials and premiums
  • Solid understanding of DOL regulatory requirements including for OT and bonus calculations.
  • Proficiency in payroll software required. Experience in the Dayforce (previously  Ceridian) payroll system strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in the use of the MS Office Suite with strong proficiency with MS Excel as well as with MS Teams and Microsoft O365 applications for collaboration and efficiency.
  • Experience using Copilot or comparable Large-Language-Model AI, particularly with the use of and creation of agents is preferred.

Capabilities:

• Analytical and Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience and proficiency auditing your own work and that of others to ensure compliance and accuracy is required.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion is required. And the ability to communicate clearly with lay-people in both spoken and written communications is essential.
• Customer Service: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet and exceed customer needs and expectations while providing service in a direct and indirect manner. The ability to respond in a timely manner, anticipate needs and to follow through on commitments is essential.
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and documentation. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience documenting processes, procedures, and statements of work.
• Work Style: Ability to work independently but also be a team player is essential. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is proactive in seeking out answers and solutions when faced with unfamiliar situations or questions.
• Initiative:  One must be highly organized and possessing the ability to support the development, documentation, training and implementation of system updates and work processes in support our teams’ ability to remain effective.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Payroll (e.g., APA,CPP, FPC) or similar certification is a plus.
• Experience with payroll software and systems is required. Experience working with the Dayforce (previously Ceridian) payroll software system is a plus
• Specialized certification or training in payroll administration is preferred but not required.

Profile: We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. The successful candidate will possess a positive, can-do attitude and is customer-focused. This role requires the type of person who speaks their mind in a professional manner, who listens to understand, and who steps beyond to add value wherever they can. The ideal candidate is driven to get things done and who welcome challenges that demand innovative solutions. Above all, this role requires one who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Submit your resume or application to #ROO92305

Compensation range is $55,000 to $83,000, depending upon level of experience. This role is eligible for an annual bonus opportunity.